The Co-op & Condo Insider is your trusted source for expert commentary led by advocates within New York City’s co-op and condo world. Each episode offers insights into the challenges, news, and stories that shape a community making up more than 20% of this great city’s residents.
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The Advocate's Path: Warren Schreiber's Civic Journey
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34:09Warren Schreiber's journey from Brooklyn to becoming one of New York's most influential co-op advocates reveals the hidden power dynamics shaping housing policy throughout the city. As a retired MTA veteran who stumbled into co-op living through marriage, Warren transformed from an ordinary resident to a formidable voice representing thousands. The…
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What happens when one-fifth of New York City residents share a common housing challenge but lack a unified voice? Geoffrey Mazel, co-op attorney with 40+ years of experience, launches the Co-op and Condo Insider podcast to bridge this critical information gap. Mazel's journey began at 28 when he became president of Glen Oaks Village, the largest co…
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The Glen Oaks Miracle: Bob Friedrich's Path to Transforming Glen Oaks Village
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30:56Ever wondered how a struggling 3,000-unit co-op transforms into a thriving community? Bob Friedrich, President of Glen Oaks Village, takes us behind the scenes of what host Geoffrey Mazel calls "the Glen Oaks miracle." When Bob purchased his apartment in 1986, he discovered a co-op in crisis – deteriorating buildings, financial mismanagement, and d…
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